Editor's Pick
Motown by Moonlight: Soul, Sparks & Summer Nights
Rio Lakefront,Boardwalk Stage · Gaithersburg
Motown and soul live on the waterfront — bring a chair, skip the bar, and let the lake do the rest.
Friday, 12 June
Gonzo's Nose Reunion at Friday Night Live
Friday Night Live! · Herndon
A beloved DC-area cover band reunites for a late-night set spanning four decades of hits — best enjoyed with a cold one by the beer tent.
Emirates Connect B2B Networking for SMEs & Startups
VB World by Namma Veedu Vasanta Bhavan · Dubai
Weekly SME mixer inside a Tamil dining institution — good room if you're building something in Dubai.
Saturday, 13 June
ANIYA Pop-Up: African Designers Shopping Event
Blumi - Home Decor | Fashion · Dubai
Curated African fashion and design labels in one boutique space — worth browsing if you're tired of the same high-street options.
USA vs Paraguay World Cup Watch Party
Honor Brewery-Fairfax · Fairfax
USA vs Paraguay on the big screens at Honor Brewing — cold beer, loud crowds, and a late-night World Cup atmosphere.
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Dinner with Entrepreneurs: Dubai (Giving Back Edition)
Restaurant of the Week · Dubai
Dinner with fellow founders where part of the proceeds go back to the community — good food, real conversations.
Dutty Wine Brunch at Miss Lily's
Miss Lily's · دبي
Afro-Caribbean beats meet bottomless brunch at Miss Lily's — a proper party atmosphere starting at 280 AED every Saturday from 2pm.
Coffee Meetup at Weird Brothers Coffee
Weird Brothers Coffee · Herndon
A no-pressure weekly hangout at Weird Brothers Coffee — solid spot if you're new to Herndon or just want easy conversation over a good cup.
Big Ballers: Dinner with Entrepreneurs Dubai
Restaurant of the Week · Dubai
Sit down with local founders over a proper meal — better leads than any conference room.
Beyond Content: Digital Influence on Contemporary Media
Heriot-Watt University Dubai · Dubai
Sony Ambassador Elena Mack unpacks how digital creators are reshaping media — sharp insight for aspiring creators.
Coach Your Mind: Lead Your Future Psychology Workshop
Heriot-Watt University Dubai · Dubai
A hands-on psychology workshop at Heriot-Watt — useful if you're working through leadership goals or just curious about how your mind works.
Biggest Saturday Bollywood Techno Party
Oud Metha · Dubai
Bollywood-techno mashup night at Oud Metha with free entry and drink deals running late.
CEAR Annual Conference 2026
Universal American School · Dubai
Teachers share original classroom research — worth attending if education or local schools are on your radar.
DMU Dubai Open Day
De Montfort University Dubai · Dubai
Chat with faculty and tour the campus — useful if you're weighing up study options in Dubai.
Heriot-Watt University Dubai Open Day
Heriot-Watt University Dubai · Dubai
Chat with faculty and tour the campus if you're weighing up university options for September.
Heriot-Watt University Dubai Open Day
Heriot-Watt University Dubai · Dubai
Chat with faculty and tour the campus if you're weighing up university options for September.
Malaysian Higher Education Info Day Dubai
DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai Port Saeed · Dubai
Malaysian universities pitch to prospective students — useful if you're weighing affordable, globally ranked study options abroad.
Sunday, 14 June
Editor's Pick
Happy Families Summer Party
BC Academy | British Curriculum International School · Dubai
Free ice cream, mascots, sensory play, and live shows at a school that opens its doors to the whole neighbourhood.
Luna Seminar Half Day - Ladies Fitness Workshop
Luna Ladies Gym · Dubai
Half-day workshop covering gymnastics, lifting, and nutrition basics in a supportive, ladies-only setting — gift bag included.
Tuesday, 16 June
Jerk N Lime Party
Miss Lily's - Sheikh Zayed Road - Dubai - United Arab Emirates · دبي
Miss Lily's brings the heat with a full jerk menu and lime cocktails — a rare Caribbean night out on SZR.
7 Quick Wins: Supporting the Child Who Shuts Down
Practical strategies for parents navigating kids who go quiet and withdraw — a useful hour if that sounds familiar at home.
Expat Entrepreneurs Meetup DXB
Lock, Stock & Barrel JBR · Dubai
Informal networking for expats building businesses in Dubai — useful if you're early-stage and want real talk over drinks.
Sustainability Career Leadership Forum 2026
EU Green Week-linked forum connecting sustainability professionals — worth the Tuesday if you're building a career in the space.
Wednesday, 17 June
Connection Without Losing Yourself: Practical Introduction
An interactive online workshop unpacking how to stay yourself while building closer relationships — practical and reflective.
Thursday, 18 June
Meet and Greet at Andy's Pizza
MOD Pizza · Gaithersburg
A decade of dough refinement pays off — Andy Brown's from-scratch slices pair well with wine and a crowd of regulars.
AI Meetup: Secure AI Agents
Microsoft Reston Garage · Reston
Developer-focused deep dive into AI agents at Microsoft Reston — best for the tech crowd, not a family outing.
Investors & Founders Community Meetup
Dubai · Dubai
A networking night for founders and investors — useful if you're actively raising or building in Dubai's startup scene.